Swap the cold for sunshine at these chic Queensland resorts
Let the sunshine lead the way.
Why The Sundays, Hamilton Island’s luxury stay, is our 2026 Resort of the Year
This new resort provides family-friendly fun without compromise.
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These are the most beautiful luxury hotels in Venice
The city's most coveted addresses.
The new wave of Australian hotels breaking the five-star formula
The hottest new hotels across the country are doing things differently.
Hotel Marvell redefines the Byron Bay stay as our 2026 Boutique Hotel of the Year
A refreshingly grown-up hotel in
Byron offers a sense of place and a relaxed pace.
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New look, new life: Elysium Noosa crowned Best Hotel Transformation for 2026
A Med-inspired glow-up makes this the Sunshine Coast’s sparkling jewel.
Sydney Harbour restaurant Flaminia wins Best Hotel Dining for 2026
Pilu’s new sibling at Circular Quay delivers regional Italian fare with flair.
The best Airbnbs in Palermo with private sea access and sun-drenched terraces
Soak up the Sicilian spirit.
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These boutique Airbnbs in Athens are still available for a Mediterranean summer escape
From the cobbled streets to the Acropolis: Athenian charm awaits.
Here’s where to stay in Puglia: from luxe villas to masserias and boutique hotels
From sprawling, sun-drenched villas to five-star luxury hotels.
The best luxury hotels in Lisbon, from aristocratic palaces to contemporary art boutiques
Blending old-world charm with a post-modern attitude; its richness unfolds the longer you stay.
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The Luxury Escapes deals with the biggest savings right now, from Fiji to the Maldives
How travellers are saving up to 76% on luxury holidays with these 2026 packages
I asked my most stylish, well-travelled friends where they stay in Seoul – these were the hotels they named
A globetrotter’s guide to Seoul’s best luxury hotels.
Collette Dinnigan’s favourite places to eat, stay and explore in South Africa
A visit to South Africa resurfaced early childhood memories for Collette Dinnigan. Here, she shares some of the places she discovered on her return.
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The best and most luxurious hotels on Lake Como that earn their reputation
The best way to explore this cinematic playground is to live it.
How swapping Sydney’s noise for a Blue Mountains Airbnb recalibrated my entire week
A restorative NSW weekend escape that begins before you even arrive.
The Sunshine Coast is at its best right now: here’s where to stay
The hotels making the Sunshine Coast worth the drive north.
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Copenhagen’s best hotels prove independent luxury is the new status symbol
Where to stay, according to our travel writer.
10 Rome Airbnbs we’d book tomorrow: from Colosseum views to Trastevere rooftops
From romantic designer apartments to grand villas for large groups.
Florence’s most extraordinary hotels to sleep, dine and be
Food, fashion and fine art.
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5 hotels & resorts to experience New Caledonia’s slow travel
One of the region’s best-kept secrets.
The best hotels in Munich for Oktoberfest, art weekends and alpine getaways
A Bavarian escape awaits.
13 stunning Airbnbs on the South Coast, from elevated surf shacks to Mediterranean beachfront villas
Luxury stays that carry the Gourmet Traveller tick of approval.
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Inside Shanghai’s most coveted luxury hotels
Stays as unique and multifaceted as the city itself.
The best luxury Hong Kong hotels for your stay in the Fragrant Harbour
The vibrant East Asian metropolis awaits.
The best Auckland hotels for a North Island retreat
A night or two at one of these luxe Auckland stays will have you coming back over and over.
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James Turrell’s House of Light is a surreal art stay in Japan’s 760-square-kilometre, open-air gallery
The artistic accommodation provides an illuminating rural encounter in the heart of Tokamachi.
An insider’s guide to the best farm stays New Zealand has to offer
The great outdoors awaits.
The best romantic getaways in New Zealand for starry-eyed luxury lovers
These romantic New Zealand getaways hit harder than a Hallmark card.
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The best hotels in Osaka for skyline suites and city lights
Style, service and skyline views
Checking in: Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Australia's first-ever five-star hotel still impresses with top-tier dining, wellness and French-accented service.
The best Singapore hotels for your stint in the Garden city
With five stars and luxury to the hilt.
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Acre Resort is a luxe Los Cabos retreat with beaches, spa escapes and sustainable dining
In the quiet hills outside Los Cabos,
Ivy Carruth discovers sustainability and style sharing space.
Beyond laneways: A peek into some of Melbourne’s most luxe city stays
From a South Melbourne 1920s worker's cottage to a Fitzroy penthouse on Gertrude.
Staying in Seoul? Discover the city’s chicest lofts and luxe hanoks
A curated blend of tradition and modernity, Seoul is becoming a household name for culture, fashion, technology and entertainment.
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The most charming farm stays in NSW for a rustic, slow-living escape
A little R&R never hurt anybody.
Inside the world’s best new hotels of 2026: your guide to this year’s must-visit luxury stays
The year’s most anticipated hotel openings are redefining the future of hospitality.
Explore the Hunter Valley in high style with these 7 luxe stays
Vineyards, views and valleys.
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Checking in: The Sundays on Hamilton Island
We check in and check out the hottest hotel openings. This month, the focus is Hamilton Island's fresh new arrival that's dialling up the energy in the Whitsundays.
Inside Melbourne’s best boutique and luxury hotels for 2026
From hip hotels a stone’s throw from city bars to new Melbourne hotels with rooftop pools, Melbourne has it all when it comes to world-class lodgings.
French provincial glamour: 9 luxury hotels to check into in Ho Chi Minh City
Where French provincial elegance meets urban luxury.
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Inside Tokyo’s most luxurious hotels for 2026
From traditional design touches to ultra modern stays.
From Da Nang to Hội An: 11 of the most luxurious Vietnam resorts
From the riverside Anantara Hội An just a stroll from the old town, to the secluded coastline corner of Anantara Quy Nhon Villas.
The most dreamy romantic escapes across New South Wales
Fall in love in one of these retreats made for two.
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Tasmania’s most unforgettable romantic escapes to capture the heart
Embrace the pace and spirit of an intimate sojourn.
Book one of these stunning Whitsundays stays for your next warm-weather getaway
Experience the Great Barrier Reef in style.
From lake views to mountain vistas: Queenstown’s top elevated stays
Where uninterrupted lake and mountain vistas are in no short supply this summer.
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Where to eat and drink in the Southern Highlands
The Southern Highlands is the perfect weekend escape from the city. Here is a food lovers' guide to the best places to eat, drink and stay.
Culinary prestige and couture: top luxury hotels in Paris for your next escape
The City of Light awaits.
New luxury French hotels for holiday dreaming
France’s latest luxury hotel openings to add to your Euro summer hitlist.
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Best of Côte d’Azur: Where to eat, drink and stay in the French Riviera
Dining on the Côte d’Azur means more than glamour and glitz. KATE BETTES goes in search of what brings locals to the table.
From rice paddies to coral reefs: 9 tropical island getaways within 10 hours of Australia
Islands at your doorstep.
From historic homesteads to romantic cottages: 7 luxury stays in Orange NSW
Cosy stays in the heart of wine country.
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Lanson Place
This stylish stay blends heritage charm with contemporary elegance.
Four Seasons Hong Kong
A five-star luxury hotel in the heart of Hong Kong with harbour views and Michelin-star dining.
From car-free Hydra to carefree Kastellorizo: 10 of the best Greek Islands to visit
Plus where to stay on your Mediterranean sojourn.
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Jazz among olive groves and beach clubs: 9 luxury hotels to add to your Sardinia Itinerary
Slow down, live like a local, and check into one of Sardinia’s most luxurious hotels and resorts.
1 Hotel Melbourne
This stylish Docklands stay is dog-friendly and big on wellness.
Lakeside penthouse suites and alpine retreats: 11 top luxury hotels in Queenstown
A little wanderlust is right around the corner.
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2025 Hotel of the Year: The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne
The nation's highest hotel is GT's standout for its sky-high city views, luxe interiors, impressive art collection, excellent dining and mix of local and international know-how.
2025 Resort of the Year: Southern Ocean Lodge
Recreated after the devastating 2020 bushfires, Kangaroo Island’s Southern Ocean Lodge is better than ever after a $55-million upgrade.
2025 Boutique Hotel of the Year: Raes on Wategos
With two new guesthouses, this fabled stalwart is loved by A-listers – and GT – for very good reason.
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2025 Best New Hotel: The Eve Hotel Sydney
Wunderlich Lane’s new hotel is the hottest ticket in town offering stylish city digs and cool dining.
2025 Best Hotel Dining: Lake House
Offering beautiful, modern, seasonal food matched with local wines, Lake House Restaurant continues to excel.
10 best luxury hotels in cities across Australia
The very best hotels across the country, as reviewed for our 2025 Hotel Guide.
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10 best resorts in Australia for luxury escapes in 2025
The top luxury resorts offering quintessential Australian stays, as reviewed for our 2025 Hotel Guide.
10 best boutique hotels in Australia for enchanting getaways in 2025
The very best boutique hotels around Australia, as reviewed for our 2025 Hotel Guide.
Osborn House
A five-star luxury boutique hotel in the heart of the Southern Highlands.
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Ovolo Nishi
An eclectic Japanese-inspired boutique hotel in the heart of Canberra.
Silky Oaks Lodge
A glamorous, luxe eco-lodge set on 32 hectares of rainforest.
W Melbourne
This high-end luxury hotel blends fun, flamboyant design with vibrant dining.
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Hotel Sorrento
A refined beachside boutique hotel with something for everyone.
MACq 01
A unique Tassie hotel with a great waterfront location.
Mount Lofty House
Unwind in wine country at this lauded boutique hotel.
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Bells at Killcare
A serene escape from urban life with Hamptons-chic charm.
Drift House
A boutique luxury guest house with contemporary design and heritage details.
Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street
A luxe city hotel in the heart of Melbourne that blends old and new beautifully.
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Halcyon House
An homage to 1960s surf culture dressed up in colourful hues and fanciful whimsy.
Ace Hotel Sydney
A boutique city gem with a cool, Brooklyn loft-inspired vibe.
Chalets at Blackheath
Hidden away in the Blue Mountains, these luxe cabins offer a five-star wilderness getaway.
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Arkaba Homestead
This former sheep station offers a rare blend of luxury and rugged outback charm.
Adelaide Marriott Hotel
This centrally located hotel has all the comforts of home with stunning city views.
Capella Sydney
A plush CBD hotel with magnificent heritage features and state-of-the-art modernity.
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Como The Treasury
This city-centre Perth hotel is the epitome of urban luxury.
The Grand National Hotel by Saint Peter
A world-class boutique hotel in one of Sydney’s most sought-after residential postcodes.
Crown Towers Sydney
High-end luxury with fine dining and unbeatable Sydney city views.
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Intercontinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef
A luxurious tropical getaway in the Whitsunday Islands.
Intercontinental Sydney
A luxury city sanctuary with sweeping views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Jackalope Hotel
A striking contemporary retreat surrounded by picturesque wine country.
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Kingsford The Barossa
A sophisticated rural retreat in the heart of wine country.
Lake House
An iconic hotel and restaurant overlooking Lake Daylesford.
Le Méridien Melbourne
A five-star art deco retreat in the heart of the city.
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Manly Pacific
A Mediterranean-style beachside escape with dreamy interiors and rooftop pool.
Hyde Melbourne Place
A stylish city-centre hotel with excellent dining options.
Mt Mulligan Lodge
A stunning eco-certified luxury lodge in the outback.
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Ovolo South Yarra
A luxurious and eclectic hotel with a touch of seventies glamour.
QT Melbourne
An effortlessly cool boutique hotel in the centre of the action.
QT Sydney
A quirky boutique hotel with artful touches and plenty of luxe charm.
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QT Gold Coast
A beachside Miami-inspired hotel with rooftop pool and great dining options.
Qualia
Set in Queensland’s Whitsundays, Qualia is one of Australia's most luxurious resorts.
